The health benefits of broccoli

When it comes to boosting your health, veg doesn’t get much better than broccoli. as these facts show. Plus, broccoli recipes you can get excited about.

The health benefits of broccoli

  • It’s packed with nutrients, such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate  and potassium. It also contains vital B vitamins and is a source of fibre.
  • It contains indoles, sulforaphanes and selenium, substances that may protect against cancer, particularly prostate, colon, breast and bladder cancers.
  • Broccoli may help protect against cataracts and macular degeneration. It contains lutein and zeaxanthin – carotenoids concentrated in the retina of the eye. Research has found that getting plenty of these carotenoids can reduce the risk of these specific eye problems.
  • It’s also good for your heart. Research has shown broccoli can help to lower cholesterol.
  • Broccoli recipes.

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